Fraud Case Under Investigation
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a fraud case involving the theft of over $30,000 from an older adult and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The investigation began in January after reports of COVID Pandemic Unemployment Compensation fraud. 24-year-old Cole Nenscel faces multiple charges, including financial exploitation of an older adult and identity theft. Authorities are seeking […]
Read MoreFeds Now Investigating Monroe Postal Worker “Incident”
A federal investigation is underway after a postal worker was reportedly seen dumping political flyers in the trash at a Brodheadsville shopping plaza. The U.S. Postal Inspector is handling the case, but so far they are not releasing details of the investigation.
Read MoreRail Funding Announced
A significant boost for the Scranton to New York City Amtrak project has arrived, with $9 million allocated for construction work. The funding is specifically for construction, not studies. The aim is to offer three daily trips in each direction. Federal and state support for the initiative now totals over $20 million.
Read MoreMonroe Vote Fraud Investigation Underway
The Monroe County District Attorney’s Office is investigating a company linked to fraudulent voter registration forms after approximately 30 irregular applications were identified by the Monroe County Board of Elections. In one case, the named applicant was deceased. Investigators have traced several of the fraudulent registrations back to a specific individual.
Read MoreFedEx Driver Robbed In East Stroudsburg
The Stroud Area Regional Police Department is asking for the public’s help as they continue their investigation into a robbery involving a FedEx driver in East Stroudsburg. It happened on October 15 when a suspect forcibly took a package from the driver. The suspect was seen with an accomplice who remained in a Mercedes with […]
Read MoreInvestigation Underway In Monroe County Into “Irregular” Ballots
The Monroe County District Attorney’s Office is investigating 30 irregular voter registration forms identified by the county’s election board. This comes on the heels of an investigation in Lancaster County, where officials are looking into approximately 2,500 potentially fraudulent applications. Authorities have yet to confirm if there is any connection between the Monroe and Lancaster […]
Read MoreHeading To Penn State For The Game This Weekend? Prepare To Dig Deep To Pay For It!
As the Nittany Lions, now ranked No. 3, prepare for their much-anticipated matchups against No. 4 Ohio State this Saturday and the annual White Out game against the University of Washington on November 9th, hotel prices in State College have skyrocketed, with rates starting around $499 per night, climbing to over $1,300 for premium accommodations.
Read MorePA Schools Can Now Apply For Solar Grants
Beginning November 1, Pennsylvania school districts can apply for the new Solar for Schools grant program, aimed at funding solar energy projects. The program will be open for applications until January 31, 2025. Eligible applicants include school districts, charter schools, and community colleges. The grants will assist in purchasing and installing solar equipment, covering permit […]
Read MorePA Man Arrested For Making Threats Against Trump
A State College man has been arrested for making threats against former President Donald Trump ahead of a rally at Penn State University scheduled for Saturday. 74-year-old Paul Gavenonis faces charges now including terroristic threats and disorderly conduct. He is currently in custody as the investigation continues.
Read MoreDeer Danger Warning
As autumn settles in, Pennsylvania drivers are urged to exercise caution due to a rise in deer activity. The Pennsylvania Game Commission has issued an alert, noting that deer become increasingly active as they enter their breeding season. This surge in movement coincides with the end of daylight saving time, which occurs this coming weekend. […]
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